Low Testosterone??

Question

My boyfriends libido has been CRAZY since he started his antidepressants...
The only problem is that he's taking like 45 min to orgasm now. It gets soft off and on and I have to use my mouth and hands to finish him off, which still takes forever. He's really frustrated about it and his dr is dodging the question and simply insisting that it doesn't matter if it's the meds- he needs them. He's the only dr he can see with our insurance so we're kind of at a loss. Any advice? I saw some testosterone supplements at the pharmacy and considerred suggesting them? Has this ever happened to you?

Answer

If he can change doctor I'd recommend that and having a second opinion and maybe changing the medication he is on.

In saying that, anti-depressants can cause all kinds of side effects, and it's likely this is just one of them.
He may experience the same thing on another medication, or he may not.

I honestly do think a second opinion would be helpful, and I'm less inclined to trust a testosterone "supplement".

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One of the most common side effects of antidepressants is low sex drive and/or difficulty achieving orgasm. It's not a secret. That being said, since it's becoming an issue the logical step would usually be to see about switching to a different medication and seeing if it gets better. Since his doctor doesn't seem to want to help out, which is his job, I think it would be best for him to find a different one. I know it's hard finding doctors who will treat you without insurance but they are out there, you just have to look. Until then he needs to stay on his medication and you just have to wait it out. It's frustrating but it's not his fault or anyone's, it's just something that happens. His well being and mental health is more important than sex.

Also, testosterone isn't the problem, at least not in the way you think. He doesn't need to take supplements, especially not before talking to a doctor.